Status:
valid
Authors:
(Regel) L.B.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 104: 79 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000477009
Common Names
- Sarmentosa Neoregelia
- Scrambling Neoregelia
- Trailing Neoregelia
Description
Neoregelia sarmentosa (also called Sarmentose Neoregelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bromeliaceae family. It is native to Brazil. It is an epiphytic plant, meaning it grows on other plants or trees, and is typically found in rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Neoregelia sarmentosa is a popular houseplant used to add vibrant colors to indoor spaces. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Neoregelia sarmentosa has a flower that is small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with a white center.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neoregelia sarmentosa is a tropical bromeliad native to Brazil. It is easy to grow and propagate from offsets or seed. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be planted in a well-drained soil. It can be propagated from offsets or seed and should be planted in the spring.
Where to Find Neoregelia sarmentosa
Neoregelia sarmentosa can be found in Brazil.
Neoregelia sarmentosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neoregelia sarmentosa?
Neoregelia sarmentosa
What type of plant is Neoregelia sarmentosa?
Neoregelia sarmentosa is a bromeliad.
What is the natural habitat of Neoregelia sarmentosa?
Neoregelia sarmentosa is native to Brazil.
Species in the Neoregelia genus
Neoregelia abendrothae,
Neoregelia alvimii,
Neoregelia amandae,
Neoregelia ampullacea,
Neoregelia angustibracteolata,
Neoregelia angustifolia,
Neoregelia atroviridifolia,
Neoregelia azevedoi,
Neoregelia bahiana,
Neoregelia binoti,
Neoregelia bragarum,
Neoregelia brevifolia,
Neoregelia brigadeirensis,
Neoregelia brownii,
Neoregelia burlemarxii,
Neoregelia camorimiana,
Neoregelia capixaba,
Neoregelia carcharodon,
Neoregelia carinata,
Neoregelia carolinae,
Neoregelia cathcartii,
Neoregelia chlorosticta,
Neoregelia coimbrae,
Neoregelia compacta,
Neoregelia concentrica,
Neoregelia coriacea,
Neoregelia correia-araujoi,
Neoregelia crispata,
Neoregelia cruenta,
Neoregelia cyanea,
Neoregelia diversifolia,
Neoregelia doeringiana,
Neoregelia dungsiana,
Neoregelia eltoniana,
Neoregelia farinosa,
Neoregelia fluminensis,
Neoregelia fosteriana,
Neoregelia gavionensis,
Neoregelia guttata,
Neoregelia hoehneana,
Neoregelia ibitipocensis,
Neoregelia indecora,
Neoregelia inexspectata,
Neoregelia johannis,
Neoregelia johnsoniae,
Neoregelia kautskyi,
Neoregelia kerryi,
Neoregelia kuhlmannii,
Neoregelia lactea,
Neoregelia laevis,
Species in the Bromeliaceae family
Acanthostachys pitcairnioides,
Acanthostachys strobilacea,
Acanthostachys calcicola,
Aechmea abbreviata,
Aechmea aculeatosepala,
Aechmea alba,
Aechmea alegrensis,
Aechmea alopecurus,
Aechmea ampla,
Aechmea andersonii,
Aechmea angustifolia,
Aechmea anomala,
Aechmea apocalyptica,
Aechmea aquilega,
Aechmea araneosa,
Aechmea arenaria,
Aechmea aripensis,
Aechmea azurea,
Aechmea bahiana,
Aechmea bambusoides,
Aechmea biflora,
Aechmea blanchetiana,
Aechmea blumenavii,
Aechmea bocainensis,
Aechmea brachystachys,
Aechmea bracteata,
Aechmea brassicoides,
Aechmea brevicollis,
Aechmea bromeliifolia,
Aechmea bruggeri,
Aechmea caesia,
Aechmea callichroma,
Aechmea calyculata,
Aechmea campanulata,
Aechmea candida,
Aechmea cariocae,
Aechmea carvalhoi,
Aechmea castanea,
Aechmea castelnavii,
Aechmea cathcartii,
Aechmea caudata,
Aechmea chantinii,
Aechmea coelestis,
Aechmea colombiana,
Aechmea comata,
Aechmea conferta,
Aechmea confusa,
Aechmea conifera,
Aechmea costantinii,
Aechmea contracta,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:123611-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].